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Verlander's Tigers Return Hits IL With Hip Injury
4 Apr
Summary
- Justin Verlander placed on 15-day IL due to left hip inflammation.
- Verlander's first start resulted in five earned runs in 3 2/3 innings.
- Keider Montero likely to replace Verlander in upcoming start.
Justin Verlander has been placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to April 1, due to left hip inflammation. This announcement came from the Detroit Tigers on Saturday, marking a setback just one start into his return.
Verlander's initial outing with the Tigers was difficult, as the 43-year-old pitcher allowed five earned runs in only 3 2/3 innings against the Arizona Diamondbacks. He noted after the game that he was working on delivery adjustments, particularly concerning his hips and head position, to improve his performance.
Following his throwing session on Saturday, the Tigers made the decision to place him on the IL. Keider Montero, a right-handed pitcher, is expected to be promoted and will likely assume Verlander's starting pitching role for the team's upcoming game against the St. Louis Cardinals.
